Mullein’s gentle nature makes it one of the very best herbs for for entire family and safe enough for children. It is considered the herb of choice for respiratory problems and pulmonary diseases. Health benefits include:
- Targeting respiratory ailments. It has traditionally been used to treat coughs, colds, croup, bronchitis, allergies, whooping cough, and asthma.
- It contains mucilaginous compounds that decrease the thickness of mucosal fluids, and also increase the production. This helps to loosen mucus, and expel it out of the body. Wonderful as an expectorant.
- Calms spasms and helps reduce swelling of the glandular system.
- Has great anti-inflammatory properties that make it a good treatment for skin conditions such as ulcers, hemorrhoids, eczema, acne, and others. Helps to soothe inflamed tissues.
- Contains aromatic compounds that increase the flow of urine.
- Flowers and seeds contain an essential oil used to treat earaches.
- Great as a general pain reliever.
- Great to use as a mild sedative.
- High in iron, magnesium, potassium, and sulphur.
How to Use Mullein Leaf